16. The Endocrine System

Which hormone is primarily responsible for signaling ovulation in the female reproductive cycle?

Which hormone stimulates the production of sperm or the development of the ovarian follicle?

Which hormone regulates the sodium and water levels in the body?

The function of angiotensin II is to ________.

Which hormone stimulates the liver to release glucose into the blood?

Where is epinephrine secreted in the human body?

The two lobes of the thyroid gland are joined by what narrow piece of tissue?

The circulatory system transports hormones from which system?

What is the primary function of thyroxine in the human body?

Which gland or organ has cells that release glucagon?

Which hormone is the antagonist to parathyroid hormone (PTH) and functions to lower blood calcium levels?

What hormone is produced by the beta cells of the pancreas?

Which hormone assists the kidneys in retaining fluid?

Which gland is located in the chest between the lungs?

The endocrine products of the ovaries are estrogen and __________.